Www.motorcraft.com = Www.fordparts.com

DDNGUY · 01-05-2010, 12:16 AM

Hey everyone,

I just noticed that you get redirected to www.fordparts.com now.

I've just started using it and so far it seems to be far better than the old motorcraft site.

Just an FYI.

thanks.

terceslil · 01-05-2010, 08:54 AM

I checked out the site. It says my VIN is invalid, but I typed it in just as it is on the car. ???

Without entering the VIN, you pull up a lot of parts for every 3.0L and there is no way to know which part is for my engine. For example, try searching for an EGR valve for a 1997 Ford Taurus and see how many results you get, all with different prices.

They need to have a way to enter which motor you have in your car or a better database for the VIN numbers.

terceslil · 01-05-2010, 09:11 AM

Update: Live chat is a PLUS. I just chatted with James who said the site will not take any VIN over ten years old.

vacuumbed · 01-05-2010, 03:55 PM

I noticed the new site too! I kinda have mixed feelings about it, not sure if I like the old Motorcraft site better.

DDNGUY · 01-05-2010, 04:20 PM

Hi guys,

Yes - I noticed some discrepancies when I search on parts for my '04 Flex Vulcan.

But overall it seems to be a huge improvement over the motorcraft site and faster.

I hope they work out all of the bugs and such. It still pays to cross reference parts with other sites - for now anyway.

Thanks.

DDNGUY · 01-05-2010, 04:25 PM

QUOTE (97 Blue Taurus Vulcan @ Jan 5 2010, 09:11 AM)

Quote:

Update: Live chat is a PLUS. I just chatted with James who said the site will not take any VIN over ten years old.[/b]

Cool - that is a PLUS... Should help with making more informed decisions.

Stocker · 01-05-2010, 07:06 PM

For anyone who wants a site that actually works, the old catalog is still on-line (for now): http://www.motorcraft.com/catalog.do

vacuumbed · 01-05-2010, 08:14 PM

QUOTE (Stocker @ Jan 5 2010, 06:06 PM)

Quote:

For anyone who wants a site that actually works, the old catalog is still on-line (for now): http://www.motorcraft.com/catalog.do[/b]

Great find, thanks for the link!

Brian_05_SEL · 01-06-2010, 12:00 PM

So, is this a beta that's going to be improved over time? I tried it last night; agreed that there are bugs from it being a brand new system. I like it, though.

DDNGUY · 01-06-2010, 06:13 PM

I found this article on the new website:

http://www.partsandpeople.com/Nation...cles/view/4958

I also found several other Ford type forums refering to this website as early as 2002, so I don't know if its new or what????

I do know that last week I was going to motorcraft.com and recently I get redirected to this new fordparts. com site.

I hope it improves as well - I like the format.

I will never buy anything with the pricing that they have - but I do like to confirm what the part numbers are for my vehicle model.

thanks.

01-05-2010, 08:54 AM	#2 (permalink)
terceslil Senior Member Member Number: 17286 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Baton Rouge Drives: 1997 Ford Taurus Vulcan AXOD Visit: My Garage Posts: 654 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	I checked out the site. It says my VIN is invalid, but I typed it in just as it is on the car. ??? Without entering the VIN, you pull up a lot of parts for every 3.0L and there is no way to know which part is for my engine. For example, try searching for an EGR valve for a 1997 Ford Taurus and see how many results you get, all with different prices. They need to have a way to enter which motor you have in your car or a better database for the VIN numbers. __________________ If you have to ask, you wouldn't understand... 1997 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 Vulcan ⎝�⏝�⎠ terceslil fka 97 Blue Taurus Vulcan The Blue Bull March 2010 COTM 1975 Honda CB550K \| 1978 Ford F250

01-05-2010, 09:11 AM	#3 (permalink)
terceslil Senior Member Member Number: 17286 Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Baton Rouge Drives: 1997 Ford Taurus Vulcan AXOD Visit: My Garage Posts: 654 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	Update: Live chat is a PLUS. I just chatted with James who said the site will not take any VIN over ten years old. __________________ If you have to ask, you wouldn't understand... 1997 Ford Taurus GL 3.0 Vulcan ⎝�⏝�⎠ terceslil fka 97 Blue Taurus Vulcan The Blue Bull March 2010 COTM 1975 Honda CB550K \| 1978 Ford F250

01-05-2010, 03:55 PM	#4 (permalink)
vacuumbed Senior Member Member Number: 12660 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Visit: My Garage Posts: 192 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	I noticed the new site too! I kinda have mixed feelings about it, not sure if I like the old Motorcraft site better. __________________ I no longer own a Sable in favor of a Explorer V8 AWD. It's not my fault, I blame my steep driveway while livin' in snow country. 1991 Mercury Sable LS I don't know what to do with it!!?? SOLD. 1996 Mercury Sable LS wagon, tan interior...YUCK! I sold it! 1997 Mercury Sable LS wagon, Moonlight Blue metallic, moonroof...much better! I sold it to get a winter driver. 2003 Cadillac Seville STS. I wish it was a Ford. It does kinda feel like I'm driving a Taurus, they do have basic simularities. (summer driver) 2001 Ford Explorer Limited V8 AWD. (winter driver)

01-05-2010, 07:06 PM	#7 (permalink)
Stocker Senior Member Member Number: 9497 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Minnesota Visit: My Garage Posts: 3,131 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	For anyone who wants a site that actually works, the old catalog is still on-line (for now): http://www.motorcraft.com/catalog.do __________________ Gone elsewhere in search of a pleasant Taurus/Sable forum run by people who actually care.

01-06-2010, 12:00 PM	#9 (permalink)
Brian_05_SEL Senior Member Member Number: 16632 Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Illinois Drives: It's a Taurus. Visit: My Garage Posts: 1,794 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	So, is this a beta that's going to be improved over time? I tried it last night; agreed that there are bugs from it being a brand new system. I like it, though. __________________ Taurus & Sable owners- check it out Due to the inexcusable actions of AutoForum's staff, I'm no longer willing to participate on this forum by giving repair or modding advice. If you need help with your Taurus/Sable, contact me here. Goodbye and good luck.

01-05-2010, 12:16 AM	#1 (permalink)
DDNGUY Junior Member Member Number: 21711 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Visit: My Garage Posts: 27 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	Hey everyone, I just noticed that you get redirected to www.fordparts.com now. I've just started using it and so far it seems to be far better than the old motorcraft site. Just an FYI. thanks.

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01-05-2010, 04:20 PM	#5 (permalink)
DDNGUY Junior Member Member Number: 21711 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Visit: My Garage Posts: 27 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	Hi guys, Yes - I noticed some discrepancies when I search on parts for my '04 Flex Vulcan. But overall it seems to be a huge improvement over the motorcraft site and faster. I hope they work out all of the bugs and such. It still pays to cross reference parts with other sites - for now anyway. Thanks.

01-06-2010, 06:13 PM	#10 (permalink)
DDNGUY Junior Member Member Number: 21711 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Chicago, IL Visit: My Garage Posts: 27 Trader Score: 0 reviews Rep Power: 0	I found this article on the new website: http://www.partsandpeople.com/Nation...cles/view/4958 I also found several other Ford type forums refering to this website as early as 2002, so I don't know if its new or what???? I do know that last week I was going to motorcraft.com and recently I get redirected to this new fordparts. com site. I hope it improves as well - I like the format. I will never buy anything with the pricing that they have - but I do like to confirm what the part numbers are for my vehicle model. thanks.